2001 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 337 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (177 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Vibe | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Vibe | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
